OBITUARIES

Laird S. Fontenot

Laird S. Fontenot

Jul 15, 2024

Laird S. Fontenot, a resent of Sunshine, LA, passed away on July 15, 2024, at the age of 74. 

Mark Joseph Roussel

Mark Joseph Roussel

Jul 14, 2024

Mark Joseph Roussel, 65, of Hammond, LA (formerly, Terrytown, LA), went to his eternal rest on July 14, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on February 19, 1959 to Mary (Flynn) and Gayle Roussel, of Westwego, LA.

Mark was a silent, strong man whose true passion was his family, they were his ultimate accomplishment. Left to cherish his...

James O. Williams Jr

James O. Williams Jr

Jul 14, 2024

James Octave Williams Jr. "J.O." passed away Sunday, July 14, 2024, at the age of 88. He was born August 15,1935 in Tangipahoa, LA., and was a resident of Baker, LA. He was a true man in his journey in life. James was born at home, was in the U.S. Army, and was a retired firefighter. He lived a very...

Ruby Lee Babin

Ruby Lee Babin

Jul 14, 2024

Ruby Lee Babin passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her children on Sunday, July 14th at 8:15 am at the age of 95. She was a lifelong resident of Gonzales where she was married and raised her family. She was a sibling to 9 brothers and sisters. She is survived by her 3 children, Joycelyn Fontenot, Teddy Roddy...

Mae Zeringue Griffin

Mae Zeringue Griffin

Jul 11, 2024

Mae Zeringue Griffin, 91, a resident of Gonzales, LA. passed away peacefully on July 11, 2024 at Old Jefferson Community Care Center. She is survived by her children Randall Griffin (Wendy), Raymond Griffin, and Rebecca Gore (Doug). In addition to grandchildren, Tiffani Knight (Jacob), Kami Rainey (Evan), Sarrah Gore, John Gore, Taylor Griffin, Simon Griffin, and great-grandchild, Chloe Knight. Also...

Alexandre George

Alexandre George

Jul 10, 2024

Alexandre Charles George, “Alex” or “Pops” was born on April 14, 1969, to Paula Jean Richerand and Charles Peter George, Jr., as the first child of their union. His siblings, Natalie Charles George, Paula Charles George, and Charles Peter George, III joined him to round out the family of 6. In childhood Alex attended Harahan Elementary where he met his...

Deasha "Dee Dee" Doucet

Deasha "Dee Dee" Doucet

Jul 10, 2024

Deasha Marie Doucet fondly known as “Dee Dee” was born on January 8, 1994, in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. She was tragically taken from us in a hit and run on July 10, 2024, on Highway 447 South a few feet from where she was going.

She is survived by her father, Michael Wayne Doucet, Jr., mother, Bridget Robinson Simon, her two...

Lawrence Edward Powers

Lawrence Edward Powers

Jul 9, 2024

Lawrence Edward Powers, age 80, a residence of St. Amant, LA. passed away on July 9, 2024. He was a graduate of Gonzales High School and served in the Army National Guard. Lawrence was a proud retiree of Ascension Parish School Board. He loved his work family and was considered “Uncle Lawrence” by many. 

Lawrence is survived by his children, Glen...

Sandra Norwood Trabeau

Sandra Norwood Trabeau

Jul 9, 2024

Sandra Norwood Trabeau, age 78, passed away on Tuesday, July 9th, 2024 in Baton Rouge after a an earnest battle with a lengthy illness. Sandra was born in Baton Rouge on March 27th, 1946 and lived as a lifelong resident of Galvez. An attendant of Gonzales High School, she worked as a warranty clerk for the automotive industry thereafter. Sandra absolutely...

William A. "Tony" Cliburn

William A. "Tony" Cliburn

Jul 7, 2024

A Celebration of Life Memorial Service will be held at 2:00 p.m. till 4:00 p.m. Saturday, July 13, 2024 at Colonial Chapel Funeral Home of Mount Olive, Mississippi for William A. "Tony" Cliburn who passed away on Sunday, July 07, 2024 in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.

 Brother Josh Hollingsworth will officiate at the service. Music will be provided by B.J. Shoemaker. Colonial...

Linda Anderson Ydarraga Green

Linda Anderson Ydarraga Green

Jul 7, 2024

A resident of Baton Rouge, Linda Anderson Ydarraga Green, died at home surrounded by her family on July 7, 2024 at the age of 83. She was born on August 30, 1940 in McComb, Mississippi. She graduated from Istrouma High School in 1958, completed her BA in Education at Northwestern State College and Masters degree at Southeastern Louisiana University. 

She was...

Justin Scott Wall

Justin Scott Wall

Jul 7, 2024

Justin Scott Wall, 38, born in Hammond on May 25th, 1986 passed away on July 7th, 2024 doing what he loved most, spending time fishing. Justin was a native of Livingston, Louisiana and a graduate of Doyle High School. Justin spent most of his time fishing and boating; and spending time with his family and friends.  Justin is survived by parents...

Michael Kyle Kinsella

Michael Kyle Kinsella

Jul 6, 2024

Michael Kyle Kinsella, a cherished son, brother, and partner, passed away peacefully at his home in Sonoma, California, on July 6, 2024. He was 57 years old. Born and raised in Prairieville, Louisiana, he was reared by two wonderful parents, Norman and Patsy Kinsella.

Michael possessed a unique spirit, brimming with an unquenchable thirst for life. His larger-than-life personality captivated all...

Elsie J Boudreaux

Elsie J Boudreaux

Jul 6, 2024

Elsie J Boudreaux, 89, of Baton Rouge, Louisiana, passed away on July 6, 2024 in Phoenix, AZ surrounded by family.

The first of two daughters, she was born in New Roads, Louisiana, to Gladys and Robert Joffrion on January 26, 1935. She grew up in Baton Rouge, Louisiana and married her high school sweetheart, Nelson Joseph Boudreaux, who preceded her in...

Helen L. Edwards

Helen L. Edwards

Jul 6, 2024

Helen L. Edwards, age 88, passed away at home with her family on July 6, 2024. She was born on November 4, 1935, in Mansfield, LA. Helen graduated from Baton Rouge High in 1953. She first worked for the Internal Revenue Division then later Stanicola Medical.

A longtime fixture in the Sherwood Forest area was Edwards Dry Cleaning, which she co-owned...

William "Bill" Valjean Redman

William "Bill" Valjean Redman

Jul 5, 2024

William “Bill” Valjean Redman, 67, a resident of Mandeville, Louisiana, passed away on July 5, 2024, after a brief illness.

He was born on February 15, 1957, in Tulsa, OK to the late Earl Valjean and Ella Sylvia Redman. He was 24 years old when he wed Rosalyn Penton, and they remained together for the next 43 years, having two girls,...

Chant Michael Parker

Chant Michael Parker

Jul 5, 2024

Chant was a native to St. Amant, Louisiana born on June 5, 1985 and passed away on July 5, 2024. Chant was a beloved son, grandson, brother, uncle, and friend. Chant is survived by his mother, Tassy Ducote Parker; Brother Chase Parker; Sister Braley Ducote; Grandparents Earl and Glenda Ducote and Charles and Peggy Parker. He is preceded in death...

Eddie Barbier, Jr

Eddie Barbier, Jr

Jul 4, 2024

It is with profound sadness that on Thursday July 4, 2024, Eddie Barbier Jr. died at the age of 97 years old at the Baton Rouge General Hospital on Bluebonnet Blvd. He was born on June 24, 1927, in New Orleans, Louisiana and was a resident of the city until he moved to Baton Rouge in 1998. 

He is preceded in...

Kimberly Raffray Wardlaw

Kimberly Raffray Wardlaw

Jul 4, 2024

Kim passed away after a courageous battle with cancer on July 4, 2024 surrounded by her family. 

Kim had four children whom she loved so dearly. She was the most kindhearted and loving person to everyone who knew her. She loved our Lord and would do anything to help anyone. She could always put a smile on your face no matter...

Teddy Broussard

Teddy Broussard

Jul 3, 2024

Teddy was born and raised in Prairieville, Louisiana and passed from this life on July 3, 2024 at the age of 66. He played football for East Ascension Academy and cherished the time. Teddy loved fishing and cooking and spending time with his family and friends. He loved making people laugh and was always cracking a joke. Teddy was a...